"Human Development & Relationships Educator"

Job Details

Salary:
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Job Category: Academic Staff

Employment Type: Regular

Job Profile: Outreach Specialist

Job Summary:

This position is part of Extension’s Human Development and Relationships Institute. The Institute promotes the development of resilient individuals, families, and communities across Wisconsin and at every stage of life through meaningful partnerships and research-based education. This position has a primary focus on parenting and family relationships. This position will design, deliver and evaluate educational programs and resources for parents and caregivers related to early childhood development, positive parenting, and resilient families. This position will also collaborate with community partners to identify family needs, co-host programs in trusted locations, and build and serve as a member of coalitions that support children, parents and families.

As part of our institute, this position will also contribute to statewide initiatives and research in collaboration with Extension specialists and fellow educators. Learn more about our work at https://parenting.extension.wisc.edu/.

County Location

The main office for this position is located in Stevens Point, WI and the primary programming focus is Portage County; however, some programming may also be conducted over a broader geographical area.

In Person

It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Evening/Weekend Work

This position may be required to work occasional nights and weekends to meet the program needs and priorities of the communities served.

Travel Expectations

It is expected that employees will make individual arrangements for transportation adequate to meet position responsibilities and essential job functions. Read more about UW-Madison Driver Authorization.

Applicants are required to: Have a valid drivers license and a reliable source of independent transportation for periodic in-state work travel, and/or comply with requirements for UW-Madison vehicle use authorization.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Develops and evaluates curriculum and programs and provides recommendations for improvement
• Schedules and secures resources and communicates logistics in support of an outreach program
• May assist with the monitoring of outreach program budget spending
• Identifies, promotes, and maintains external partnerships to support the outreach program
• Communicate plans, activities and achievements to Area Extension Director, Program Managers, partners and relevant stakeholders
• Leads the implementation of programs, policies, and procedures through oversight of day-to-day activities for program staff and student and community volunteers
• Delivers outreach program content and materials to community members
• Researches, develops, and facilitates outreach program content and materials

Department:

UW-Madison’s Division of Extension serves the people and communities of Wisconsin by addressing local, statewide and national issues, improving lives through research-based education, fostering partnerships and action, and facilitating positive impacts.

The Extension Institute of Human Development & Relationships provides the tools Wisconsinites need to thrive as well-rounded, capable individuals and families. We support families in caring for each other in ways that foster growth and understanding. Our programs promote aging-friendly environments, coach effective parents, empower families to become more financially aware, and help families to thrive.

Compensation:

The minimum annual (12 months) starting salary for the position is $59,603 but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and paid time off; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. Benefits information can be found at (https://hr.wisc.edu/benefits/)

Required Qualifications:

• At least two years of experience relevant to the educational programming and service delivery of the position;
• Demonstrated experience developing effective partnerships or coalitions with community partners and local governments;
• Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to build and maintain professional work environments;
• Experience managing multiple tasks, timelines, and schedules while maintaining high quality work;
• Ability to communicate effectively using a variety of methods and technology;
• Experience effectively working with people from different cultural backgrounds, including those associated with race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, socioeconomic status, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, and other aspects of human diversity

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least five years of work or lived experience relevant to the programmatic responsibilities of the position.
• Demonstrated success in developing, delivering, and evaluating educational programs for diverse audiences utilizing a variety of educational techniques, methods, and modes.
• Demonstrated skill in interpreting, utilizing, and applying evidence-based information and research findings to the benefit of children, parents and their families.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in a field relevant to the programmatic responsibilities of the position.

How to Apply:

We are eager to learn more about how your experience and passion may align with this position. To begin the application process, click the "Apply" button. You will be prompted to upload the following documents:

• Resume
• Letter of Qualifications (cover letter)

Please note when applying, there will be only one attachment field. You must upload all your documents in the attachment field. Please submit a cover letter referring to your work experience and a resume detailing your educational and professional background as it relates to this position. Your cover letter should communicate your interest in the position and how your skillset aligns with the role. The application reviewers will be relying on written application materials to determine who may advance to preliminary interviews.

For additional guidance and resources on how to tailor your application materials to the job posting, please click https://extension.wisc.edu/careers/.

Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment

Application Deadline is Sunday, March 1, 2026 at 11:59pm (CST).